- Location: Footscray Hospital
- Employment Type: Ongoing, Part Time
- Salary: HS3
About the Role:
Join our Culture and Organisation Development team and play a pivotal role in shaping Western Health's future. As a Culture and Organisation Development Coordinator, you'll coordinate high-impact leadership programs and team workshop interventions, working collaboratively with stakeholders to implement initiatives aligned with our strategic Business Plans. Your expertise will champion the Western Health COD Positive Workplace Framework, driving service excellence and fostering positive workplace experiences across the organisation.
As a Culture and Organisation Development Coodinator, (3 days per week) you'll deliver comprehensive People and Culture services with a focus on supporting and coordinating leadership programs and team workshop interventions. Working collaboratively with the Organisation Development Consultant and diverse stakeholders, you'll help develop, implement, and evaluate programs that drive service excellence and foster positive workplace culture. Perfect for recent graduates starting their people and culture career or experienced administrators seeking part-time opportunities to continue their professional development
This role provides essential project and administrative support for the COD team while championing Western Health's COD Positive Workplace Framework throughout the organisation. You'll play a pivotal role in building organisational capability through strategic initiatives aligned with our Business Plans.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership Program Support & Coordination
- Coordinate venue bookings, participant communication, and program logistics for leadership initiatives
- Support room setup, attend programs, and facilitate connections with internal and external providers
- Prepare materials for program launches and graduations, including certificates and presentations
- Collect, collate and report on feedback data from leadership programs
- Contribute to research into leadership needs and maintain participant databases
- Administrative & Project Support:
- Create collateral for initiatives and events, managing outsourcing as required
- Initiate assessments for development and recruitment using Korn Ferry Talent Hub
- Support Organisational Consultancy Workshop preparations and stakeholder coordination
- Provide flexible support for ad hoc COD team requirements
- Positive Workplace Framework Implementation:
- Support Western Health organisational initiatives and participate in COD program streams
- Contribute to Mental Health and Wellbeing objectives development and delivery
- Research and implement strategies to embed desired culture and enhance employee engagement
- Conduct employee feedback activities and analyze data to identify priority themes
- Ensure commitment to equity, diversity, OH&S, and ethical practices
About You:
Essential Requirements:
- Advanced communication and interpersonal skills with ability to engage diverse audiences
- Proven ability to hold self and others accountable while collaborating effectively
- Experience in plan development from idea formation through to implementation
- Strong presentation skills including content creation and delivery
- Problem-solving capabilities with knowledge of when to escalate complex issues
- Detail-focused approach with ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
- Demonstrated initiative, self-direction, and team collaboration skills
- Ability to recover quickly from setbacks and maintain focus despite disruptions
Desirable Qualifications:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or experience in a related field
- Experience working within complex organisations or healthcare environments
- Administrative experience in similar roles
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to drive meaningful cultural change within a leading healthcare organisation
- Collaborative work environment with diverse stakeholders
- Professional development opportunities through the WH Academy
- Victorian Public Sector Health & Allied Services Enterprise Agreement conditions
- Chance to contribute to employee engagement, recognition, and wellbeing initiatives
Position Description
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
- Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
- Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
- Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
- Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
- Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
- Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
- Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
- Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 1 September 2025.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Elizabeth D'Arcy via Elizabeth.D'Arcy@wh.org.au.
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.